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Red White and Blue Mini Cheesecake Bites Easy 4th of July Dessert Recipe

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These festive mini cheesecake bites combine creamy richness with fresh strawberries and blueberries for a quick, crowd-pleasing summer dessert perfect for 4th of July celebrations.

Ingredients

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  • 1 cup (120g) graham cracker crumbs
  • 5 tablespoons (70g) unsalted butter, melted
  • 2 tablespoons (25g) granulated sugar
  • 16 ounces (450g) cream cheese, softened
  • 2/3 cup (135g) granulated sugar
  • 1 large egg, room temperature
  • 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
  • 1 teaspoon fresh lemon zest
  • 1/3 cup (80ml) heavy cream or sour cream
  • 1/2 cup (75g) fresh strawberries, hulled and sliced
  • 1/2 cup (75g) fresh blueberries
  • Whipped cream (optional, for garnish)

Instructions

  1. Preheat oven to 325°F (163°C). Line your mini muffin tin with paper liners or lightly grease it.
  2. In a medium bowl, combine graham cracker crumbs, melted unsalted butter, and granulated sugar. Mix until evenly moistened and crumbly.
  3. Press the crust mixture firmly into the bottom of each mini muffin cup using the back of a teaspoon or your fingers.
  4. In a large bowl, beat softened cream cheese with sugar using an electric mixer on medium speed until smooth and creamy.
  5. Add the egg, vanilla extract, and fresh lemon zest. Beat again until just combined.
  6. Slowly mix in heavy cream or sour cream until the filling is silky and pourable but thick enough to hold shape.
  7. Divide the filling evenly among the crust-lined muffin cups, filling about 3/4 full.
  8. Bake for 18-20 minutes or until the edges are set but the center still jiggles slightly.
  9. Cool completely in the tin on a wire rack before refrigerating for at least 2 hours to set fully.
  10. Top each bite with fresh sliced strawberries and blueberries just before serving. Add a dollop of whipped cream if desired.

Notes

Use fresh berries instead of frozen to avoid soggy bites. Soften cream cheese well to avoid lumps. Do not overmix after adding the egg to prevent cracks. Press crust firmly to avoid crumbling. Chill for at least 2 hours for best texture. Can be made ahead and stored refrigerated up to 3 days or frozen.

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